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About the UMKC
School of Dentistry

The UMKC School of Dentistry is part of the University of Missouri-Kansas City which, in turn, is one of four campuses in the publicly funded University of Missouri System. The other universities are located in Rolla, St. Louis and Columbia.

The School of Dentistry is located a few miles north of the UMKC main campus in a historic part of Kansas City known as Hospital Hill. The school's health-care neighbors include the UMKC Schools of Medicine, Pharmacy and Nursing, Children's Mercy Hospital, Truman Medical Center and several other private and public health-care facilities. Our students are part of a vital community of scholars learning, researching and practicing in virtually every area of the health sciences.

The UMKC School of Dentistry can trace its lineage to more than a century ago when the Kansas City Dental College was founded in 1881. While its name has changed, the school's tradition of excellence has continued for more than 115 years.

The educational experiences available to dental, dental hygiene, advanced education and graduate students are rich and varied. The school's first-rate faculty comprises scholars, scientists and specialists, each dedicated to providing a quality education that is both comprehensive and individualized.

The school's administrative, instructional and clinical facilities are impressive as well.

General Information

About the UMKC School of Dentistry
Career in Dentistry FAQ'S (Frequently Asked Questions)
Fast Facts
Past and Present
Goals
Location and Parking

Patient Care

Roy J. Rinehart Clinic & Children's Clinic

Teaching

School of Dentistry Academic Calendar (2007-2008) PDF | Word
Labs and Classrooms
Instructional Resources Library and Dental Library

Research

Department of Oral Biology
Sponsored Research
Publications
Clinical Research Center
Electron Microscope Laboratory
Research-Oriented Academic Programs

Service

Community Outreach
Partnership for Smiles
Students Take Action

Diversity Programs

Summer DAU Program
Great Start Program 

Interested in a dental career? Read the FAQ (frequently asked questions) about the UMKC School of Dentistry.

 
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